Grossing Technician I

Cellnetix • Tukwila, WA

355d • $26 - $34

About The Position

An unwavering pursuit of Excellence in Patient Care - Every Diagnosis, Every Day. This is what we stand for. CellNetix Pathology & Laboratories is headquartered in the Seattle area in our state-of-the-art Central Processing Laboratory. As one of the largest AP labs in the United States, with over 300 staff members and 60+ distinguished Pathologists, we offer some of the most technologically advanced resources and service menus in the region. In addition, our cutting-edge Molecular Laboratory with next-generation sequencing offers groundbreaking personalized medicine testing. Our lab continues to grow in technology and scientific advancement while offering our employees a wide array of training and career progression pathways in Administration, Laboratory and Hospital Support, Histology, Cytology, Infectious Diseases, Molecular, Grossing and more. If our mission of patient care resonates with you, Come Grow With Us in Pursuit of Excellence. The purpose of the Grossing Technician I is to provide general assistance to Pathologists' Assistants and pathologists to ensure smooth work flow of the entire grossing department in a fast-paced environment with a high volume of work. Under the supervision of the Grossing Supervisor and general technical direction of pathologists, the Gross Tech I is responsible for the accurate description and dissection of simple surgical specimens. The Grossing Technician must adhere to HIPAA standards. Due to various environmental hazards presented in the workplace such as formalin, communicable disease, fresh human tissue, etc., employees must also adhere to strict Standard Operating Procedures and Personal Protective Equipment requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a science related field (preferably biology or physiology)
• Education/training equivalent to the above that includes at least 60 semester hours or equivalent from an accredited institution
• 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses or 24 semester hours of science courses that includes 6 semester hours of chemistry, 6 semester hours of biology, and 12 semester hours of chemistry, biology or medical laboratory technology in any combination
• Laboratory training including completion of a clinical laboratory training program approved or accredited by the ABHES, NAACLA, or other organization approved by HHS
• At least 3 months documented laboratory training in each specialty in which the individual performs high complexity

Nice To Haves

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Basic PC skills including Microsoft Office Suite, and ability to learn new software
• Demonstrate ability to perform effectively under pressure
• Adaptable
• Ability to focus on task at hand

Responsibilities

• Gross simple to moderately complex specimens
• Troubleshoot dictation, accessioning, technical & communication issues
• Gross photography
• Handling of certain tissue types for special studies
• Possible rotation at nearby neighbor clinic
• Assist in training of new staff and competency assessments as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, Prescription company paid options
• Dental company paid options
• 401K company match up to 4%
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Holiday Pay
• Company paid Life and Disability insurance
• Fully subsidized ORCA public transportation card and free parking at most sites
• Company paid Norton LifeLock Identity Protection

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees